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About Hemodialysis doctors in Bengaluru, India
This directory is based on doctors currently listed in GAF Healthcare's registry. Clinical suitability varies by patient; a doctor should review your history and investigations before any treatment decision.
Hemodialysis doctors
FeaturedDr. A Anitha
MBBS, DNB (General Medicine), DNB (Nephrology)
Senior Consultant — Nephrology · Specialty: Nephrologist
Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road Bengaluru, India20+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 20+ years of experience in Nephrologist
- Senior Consultant, Nephrology — Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru (Present)
- Consultant Nephrologist — Apollo Speciality Hospital, Jayanagar, Bengaluru
Expertise & Procedures
- Hemodialysis Management and Access Creation
- Peritoneal Dialysis Initiation and Training
- Kidney Biopsy and Interpretation
- Pre-Kidney Transplant Evaluation and Counseling
- Post-Transplant Follow-up and Immunosuppression Management
Nephrologist Experience: 20+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta RoadHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Anoop M Gowda
MBBS, MD, DNB, Transplant Physician Certification
Senior Consultant Nephrologist — Transplant Physician · Specialty: Nephrologist & Transplant Physician
Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road Bengaluru, India22+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 22+ years of experience in Nephrologist & Transplant Physician
- Senior Consultant Nephrologist & Transplant Physician – Apollo Hospitals, Bengaluru (Bannerghatta Road), Present
- Clinical expertise spanning over 22 years in nephrology, transplant medicine, and critical care
Expertise & Procedures
- Kidney Transplantation and Post-Transplant Management
- Hemodialysis Access Creation and Maintenance
- Dialysis Catheter Placement and Removal
- Kidney Biopsy (Percutaneous and Open)
- Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter Insertion
Nephrologist & Transplant Physician Experience: 22+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta RoadHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Gokul Nath
MBBS, MD, DM, DNB, FIMSA, FICP
Senior Consultant — Nephrology · Specialty: Nephrologist
Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road Bengaluru, India48+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 48+ years of experience in Nephrologist
- Senior Consultant – Nephrology, Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru – Present
- Professor of Medicine & Nephrology, M.S. Ramaiah Medical College, Bengaluru
Expertise & Procedures
- Hemodialysis initiation and management
- Peritoneal dialysis training and monitoring
- Vascular access creation assessment
- Kidney transplant recipient evaluation
- Post-transplant graft surveillance
Nephrologist Experience: 48+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta RoadHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Hareesha Babu K
MBBS, MD (General Medicine), DM (Nephrology), FASN, FRCP (Glasgow), FRCP (Edinburgh)
Senior Consultant — Nephrology and Transplant Physician · Specialty: Nephrologist
Medicover Hospital, Bangalore Bengaluru, India28+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 28+ years of experience in Nephrologist
- Senior Consultant, Nephrology and Transplant Medicine — Medicover Hospital, Bengaluru (Present)
- Specialized practice spanning 28+ years in nephrology, dialysis management, and kidney transplantation
Expertise & Procedures
- Hemodialysis Initiation and Management
- Peritoneal Dialysis Counseling and Initiation
- Dialysis Catheter Placement and Maintenance
- Arteriovenous Fistula Creation and Surveillance
- Pre-Kidney Transplant Evaluation and Workup
Nephrologist Experience: 28+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Medicover Hospital, BangaloreHospital accreditation: NABH
Dr. Kushal D P
MBBS, MD (General Medicine), DM (Nephrology)
Consultant Nephrologist — Nephrology · Specialty: Nephrologist
Gleneagles BGS Hospital Bengaluru, India8+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 8+ years of experience in Nephrologist
- Consultant Nephrologist, Gleneagles BGS Hospital, Bengaluru, Present
- Active member, Nephrology Association of Karnataka
Expertise & Procedures
- Hemodialysis Management and Optimization
- Peritoneal Dialysis Initiation and Follow-up
- Kidney Biopsies and Tissue Analysis
- Pre-Kidney Transplant Evaluation
- Post-Transplant Kidney Monitoring
Nephrologist Experience: 8+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Gleneagles BGS HospitalHospital accreditation: NABH, JCI
Dr. Madhav Desai
MBBS, MD, DM, GCSRT
Chief Consultant — Nephrology and Kidney Transplantation · Specialty: Nephrologist and Kidney Transplant Specialist
Medicover Hospital, Bangalore Bengaluru, India25+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 25+ years of experience in Nephrologist and Kidney Transplant Specialist
- Chief Consultant, Nephrology and Kidney Transplantation — Medicover Hospital, Whitefield, Bengaluru (Current)
- Former Faculty — Nizam's Institute of Medical Sciences, Hyderabad
Expertise & Procedures
- Kidney Transplantation
- Pre-Kidney Transplant Evaluation
- Post-Transplant Immunosuppression Management
- Hemodialysis Initiation and Management
- Peritoneal Dialysis Setup and Training
Nephrologist and Kidney Transplant Specialist Experience: 25+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Medicover Hospital, BangaloreHospital accreditation: NABH, NABL
Dr. Vasantha Kumar R S
MBBS, MD, DM, DNB, Fellowship in Transplant Medicine
Senior Consultant — Nephrology · Specialty: Nephrologist
Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road Bengaluru, India35+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 35+ years of experience in Nephrologist
- Senior Consultant, Nephrology — Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru (Present)
- Consultant Nephrologist — Manipal Hospital, Old Airport Road, Bengaluru
Expertise & Procedures
- Hemodialysis initiation and management
- Peritoneal dialysis training and oversight
- Dialysis catheter placement and maintenance
- Pre-kidney transplant evaluation
- Post-transplant renal function monitoring
Nephrologist Experience: 35+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta RoadHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Hospitals where these doctors practise
🇮🇳 Bangalore, IndiaStarting from$1,200
Apollo Hospital, Bannerghatta Road
Est. 2007
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
HemodialysisNephrologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
4+
Doctors for Hemodialysis
4.2
25 reviews
250+
Beds
19+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Yeshwanthpur, Bangalore, IndiaStarting from$1,200
Manipal Hospital Yeshwanthpur (Columbia Asia)
Est. 2008
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationJCI — Joint Commission International accreditation
HemodialysisNephrologyCardiac SciencesOrthopedics
1+
Doctors for Hemodialysis
4.5
98 reviews
168+
Beds
18+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Hitec City, Hyderabad, IndiaStarting from$1,200
Medicover Hospital Hitec City
Est. 2011
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationNABL — National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories accreditation
HemodialysisNephrologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
1+
Doctors for Hemodialysis
4.3
95 reviews
250+
Beds
15+
Years Since Founded
Why consider treatment in India?
Many international patients consider India for kidney failure / esrd treatment for several reasons, including:
More affordable estimates
Competitive indicative costs compared with many other countries, for similar clinical standards.
Internationally accredited hospitals
Hospitals experienced in treating international patients.
Experienced specialists
Doctors who regularly manage similar cases.
Care coordination support
A team to help with planning, medical translation and follow-up.
About the Procedure
What is Hemodialysis?
Hemodialysis is a life-sustaining treatment for patients with advanced chronic kidney disease or end-stage renal disease (ESRD) in which a machine filters waste products, excess fluid, and toxins from the blood when the kidneys can no longer do so adequately. It is typically performed several times a week and is often used either as a long-term maintenance therapy or as a bridge while a patient is evaluated for kidney transplantation. GAF Healthcare arranges dialysis sessions and transplant work-up packages at accredited Indian nephrology centers for international patients.
Who may be considered?
Hemodialysis may be considered after a qualified specialist reviews your reports and medical history. Suitability varies from person to person and must be assessed by your treating doctor.
How does it work?
Standard hemodialysis performed under nephrology and dialysis nursing supervision using a low- or high-flux dialyzer, typically 3-4 hour sessions, 3 times a week.
2 approaches available for this procedure:
Conventional In-Center Hemodialysis
Most CommonStandard hemodialysis performed under nephrology and dialysis nursing supervision using a low- or high-flux dialyzer, typically 3-4 hour sessions, 3 times a week.
Comprehensive Investigations
Estimated cost: $150 - $400
CBC, kidney function tests (urea, creatinine), electrolytes, viral markers (HBsAg, HCV, HIV), chest X-ray, ECG, vascular access (fistula/graft/catheter) assessment
Treatment / Procedure Estimate
Estimated cost in India: $1,200 - $3,500
Stay in India
Pre-procedure stay (outside hospital): ~1-2 days
Hospitalisation: ~7-14 days (initial course, multiple sessions)
Recovery period (outside hospital): ~2-3 days between sessions
Total stay: approx 10-16 days
Usually Included in Hospital Package
- Nephrology consultation
- Pre-dialysis blood work
- Dialysis sessions with dialyzer and consumables
- Vascular access review
- Nursing and monitoring during sessions
Usually Not Included
- Vascular access surgery (fistula/graft creation) if needed
- Erythropoietin and other injectable medications
- Accommodation for accompanying attendant
- Long-term maintenance dialysis beyond initial course
Recovery and follow-up
Patients typically feel fatigued for a few hours after each session and are advised to rest, maintain fluid and dietary restrictions, and monitor the vascular access site for signs of infection or clotting. Long-term care requires ongoing dialysis (in India or at home) along with regular nephrology follow-up and lab monitoring.
Risks
Potential risks include low blood pressure during dialysis, muscle cramps, infection or clotting at the vascular access site, and imbalances in electrolytes or fluid levels; these are closely monitored and managed by the dialysis care team.
Alternatives
Alternatives to hemodialysis include peritoneal dialysis, which can be performed at home, and kidney transplantation for eligible patients, which offers a more definitive long-term solution.
What we need to prepare a formal estimate
Share whatever you have — the care team will confirm the final checklist after reviewing your case.
Reports required
- Recent kidney function tests (urea, creatinine, eGFR)
- Complete blood count (CBC) and electrolyte panel
- Viral markers (HBsAg, HCV, HIV)
- Vascular access details (fistula/graft/catheter) with any imaging
- ECG and cardiac evaluation report
- History of dialysis sessions and frequency
- List of current medications and comorbidities
- Nephrologist's referral letter or treatment summary
Patient information needed
- Current dialysis schedule and duration of ESRD/CKD
- Underlying cause of kidney disease (diabetes, hypertension, etc.)
- Type and location of vascular access
- History of blood transfusions or clotting disorders
- Any known allergies to medications or heparin
- Cardiac or blood pressure conditions
- Nutritional and fluid intake status
- Availability of an accompanying attendant during travel
Costs shown are indicative planning estimates based on typical pricing across leading Indian hospitals. They are not a quote — actual pricing depends on your case complexity, hospital choice, and length of stay. Share your reports for a personalized estimate.
How this directory is built
Doctors are matched using the specialty, location, condition (Hemodialysis) and procedure (Hemodialysis) recorded in their profiles. Inclusion is not an endorsement and does not guarantee a treatment outcome.
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Common questions
FAQs about Hemodialysis in Bengaluru, India
What is Kidney Failure / ESRD?
Kidney failure (ESRD) is the final stage of chronic kidney disease, in which the kidneys retain less than approximately 15% of their normal filtering capacity and can no longer sustain life without renal replacement therapy or a transplant. It is a permanent condition, though its progression and management vary considerably between individuals.
What are the symptoms and health risks of Kidney Failure / ESRD?
People with kidney failure may experience persistent fatigue, swelling in the legs and ankles, shortness of breath, reduced urine output, difficulty concentrating, itching, nausea, and muscle cramps — symptoms that often worsen as kidney function declines further. Because many of these symptoms overlap with other conditions, and because some individuals have few noticeable symptoms even at advanced stages, symptoms alone are never sufficient to establish a diagnosis.
How is Kidney Failure / ESRD diagnosed?
Kidney failure is assessed through a combination of blood tests — most importantly serum creatinine and the calculated glomerular filtration rate (GFR), which is used to stage chronic kidney disease from Stage 1 (mild) through Stage 5 (ESRD, GFR below 15 mL/min/1.73 m²) — alongside urine tests to detect protein or blood, imaging such as renal ultrasound, and sometimes a kidney biopsy to identify the underlying cause. A full medical history including duration of diabetes, hypertension, or other kidney-affecting conditions is a critical part of the evaluation. The specific staging and pattern of findings guide both urgency and treatment planning.
How is Kidney Failure / ESRD treated?
Treatment for ESRD depends on the individual's overall health, the rate of disease progression, personal circumstances, and preferences, and is determined through careful clinical assessment rather than a single standard protocol. Renal replacement therapy — in the form of haemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, or kidney transplantation — is required to sustain life once kidney function falls below a critical threshold. In carefully selected cases where decline is very slow and the person is older or has significant comorbidities, a conservative (non-dialysis) management approach focused on symptom control and quality of life may also be discussed.
Can Kidney Failure / ESRD be treated without a procedure?
Prior to reaching ESRD, earlier stages of chronic kidney disease may be slowed through medical management: optimising blood pressure control, managing blood sugar in diabetic patients, dietary protein and sodium modification, and medications such as ACE inhibitors, ARBs, or newer agents like SGLT2 inhibitors. Once true ESRD is established, there is no non-procedural pathway that replaces kidney function — dialysis or transplantation becomes necessary for survival, though conservative palliative management remains a legitimate, patient-centred option for those who choose not to pursue dialysis.
When is Hemodialysis considered for Kidney Failure / ESRD?
Hemodialysis may be considered only when it is appropriate for the confirmed diagnosis and the expected benefit outweighs the individual risks. The decision may depend on symptom severity, investigation results, previous treatment, overall health and the patient's goals. A specialist should discuss alternatives and recovery before any procedure is planned.
Which doctor treats Kidney Failure / ESRD?
ESRD is primarily managed by a nephrologist — a physician specialising in kidney disease — who oversees disease monitoring, dialysis prescription, and medical optimisation. When kidney transplantation is being considered, a transplant surgeon and a multidisciplinary transplant team (including a transplant nephrologist, immunologist, and specialist nursing staff) become central to care.
How do I choose a doctor for Kidney Failure / ESRD?
When comparing providers, look for a nephrologist with documented experience managing ESRD and a dialysis unit accredited to recognised standards, as well as clear pathways to a transplant centre should a transplant become appropriate. Continuity of care, access to a multidisciplinary team (including dietitians, social workers, and vascular access specialists), and transparent follow-up arrangements across borders are particularly important for medical-tourism patients.
What documents do international patients need to share for a medical evaluation?
Share a concise medical summary, symptom timeline, previous diagnoses, investigation and imaging reports, procedure or biopsy reports where relevant, current medicines, allergies and related treatment records. Provide clear copies with translations when needed. The reviewing doctor may request additional information before giving an opinion.
How does GAF Healthcare help international patients plan treatment in India?
Our care coordination team can review the initial information, help identify suitable doctors and hospitals, request a medical opinion where available, explain next steps and indicative cost information, and support practical planning before travel. A remote opinion does not replace an in-person examination or emergency care.